2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2003 Proton Impian
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Impian would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2003 Proton Impian | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Grand Marquis | Impian |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |